Vet Serves in Denver, CO

Dr. Lori Schmalz

Verified Veterinarian

57 reviews

Why I provide at-home pet euthanasia

Becoming a veterinarian was a natural choice for me given my upbringing in which nearly all activities revolved around our animals. I followed the passion that was instilled in me by my family. I performed my first at-home euthanasia in 2007. It was an amazing experience with an owner and pet I had been caring for in clinic. I'll never forget what a beautiful day it was as I watched the owner kiss each of her dog's feet as he fell asleep in his beloved yard. It opened my eyes to how euthanasia could be and should be. Since then I have strived to provide excellent service so my clients and patients have the best possible experience in such a difficult and tender time.

Education

Undergraduate: Bowling Green State University - 1988

Veterinary Medicine: Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine - 1992

Certifications

3

CAETA's CPEV (Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Veterinarian), Human-Animal Bond Certified, Fear Free Certified

 CAETA's CPEV (Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Veterinarian)Human-Animal Bond CertifiedFear Free Certified
  • Based InLittleton, CO
  • Service areasDenver, CO & surrounding areas
  • Work Experience33+ years
  • Animals ServedAll Dogs & Cats
  • Notice Required2 hours

General availability

Saturday10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Availability each week can vary based on demand and scheduling. Please provide a minimum 2 hour advance notice for all bookings.

Services provided

At home pet euthanasia

Dr. Lori Schmalz will help your beloved pet transition peacefully in the comfort of of their home, surrounded by loved ones

Est. CostStarting at $349

Pet cremation

Dr. Lori Schmalz will arrange and handle all of your cremation needs, including careful and loving transportation of your pet to the crematorium through private or communal process handled

Est. CostFrom $149 - $499

Keepsakes

Clay paw prints, wooden urns with personalizations available with ashes returned

Est. CostFrom $18 - $265

Quality of life consult

Schedule a 1-on-1 with a vet over a virtual conference call or at home.

Est. CostStarting at $225

What pet parents are saying

Dr. Lori was amazing - Kind, caring and professional. We had to put down our 14 year old lab whom we had since literally Day One. He was delivered in our home from or sons lab and was the last one living out of seven pups. Dr. Lori made a tough transition more palatable - and peaceful. We highly recommend her and thank her for her services.

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5.0
Jul 23 2025 by James H.
Review by James H.
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We are so appreciative of the rapid assistance and kindness shown us by Dr. Schmalz when our Pepe needed help. The end of a beloved pet's life is a difficult time for everyone and we are thankful we had Dr. Schmalz to help us through it. The services provided were professional, extremely responsive, and we highly recommend Dr. Lori.

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5.0
Jan 06 2025 by Petra F.
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Dr. Lori was compassionate, empathetic and efficient in her care of my dog. She reassured me and explained every step of the process. She was also kind and compassionate towards my other pets. I highly recommend Dr. Lori and this service.

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5.0
Feb 24 2025 by Betsy G.
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After over 16 wonderful years with my beloved shih tzu, Pumpkin, the time came to say goodbye. It was one of the hardest decisions I’ve ever had to make, and an incredibly emotional time. Dr. Lori and Codapet helped make this heartbreaking process as gentle and compassionate as possible. Dr. Lori was incredibly kind and supportive throughout, treating both Pumpkin and me with deep care and respect. She ensured Pumpkin’s passing was peaceful and comfortable, and for that, I am truly grateful. Even now, thinking about it brings tears to my eyes. Thank you, Dr. Lori, for your compassion and for helping my sweet girl leave this world with dignity. I’m still waiting to bring her home, but I know in my heart that this was the kindest way she could have gone. Your kindness and comfort meant the world to me. My baby is now at peace, and I can grieve knowing she was surrounded by love and gentleness in her final moments. That kind of peace is truly priceless. Thank you again.

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5.0
Apr 11 2025 by Mandy P
Review by Mandy P
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Dr. Lori was very kind and compassionate. Saying goodbye to our beloved Jazzy Pizzazzy was a very painful process, and Dr. Lori somehow managed to make us feel at ease, letting us know that it was the best for our furry fiend. Thank you, Dr. Lori.

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5.0
May 27 2025 by Alfonso H.
Review by Alfonso H.
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We were so thankful that Dr. Schmalz was able to come to our home on a Sunday (the same day we contacted her) to provide an in-home pet euthanasia for our sweet, beloved cat who had started to suffer dramatically the night before. Although putting a pet down is always incredibly difficult to decide upon and go through, we were so grateful that Dr. Schmalz could do this in our home where our cat was most comfortable and at peace in his final moments, where we felt more able to grieve openly, and where our other pets could be close by and better process the loss. Having now been through pet euthanasia procedures in both clinical and at-home settings, I will always choose in-home pet euthanasia going forward. Dr. Schmalz was so kind, compassionate, and respectful and really made this process as peaceful as we could ask for. Thank you so much for this amazing service.

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5.0
Dec 27 2024 by Emily Bowman
Review by Emily Bowman
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